Is the 2012 BMW X5 M a good car?
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Admitedly, I've only had it for 1 week after trading in my '08 4.8i last weekend. Drove a 5.0i right before the M, left with the M. First impression is that it is fast; really, really fast compared to the 4.8i. The power is immediate and endless when you dip into the throttle. Steering is quite different from the non M. It's lighter at low speed, tighter at higher speed, wonderful all around. Suspension is tight when it needs to, very compliant over bumps too. Overall, a massive upgrade from my prior X5 and absolutely awesome!!
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What options are available on the 2012 BMW X5 M?
Available BMW X5 M 2012 Submodel Types: SUV
Available Trims: Base
Exterior Colors: Carbon Black Metallic, Black Sapphire Metallic, Donington Grey Metallic, Space Gray Metallic, Mineral White Metallic, Monte Carlo Blue Metallic
Interior Colors: Aragon Brown Full Merino premium leather, Black Extended Merino premium leather, Mugello Red Full Merino premium leather, Black Full Merino premium leather, Black Perforated Full Merino premium leather, Black premium leather, Silverstone Extended Merino premium leather, Silverstone premium leather, Sonoma Beige Full Merino premium leather
Popular Features: AWD/4WD, Alarm, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Auto Climate Control, Automatic Emergency Braking, Aux Audio Inputs, Bluetooth, Electronic Folding Mirrors, Fold Flat Rear Seats, Heated seats, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone Climate Control, Navigation, Parking sensors, Post-collision safety system, Power Driver Seat, Power Liftgate/Trunk, Rear Bench Seats, Stability Control, Sunroof/Moonroof, Tire Pressure Warning, Trip Computer, Upgraded Headlights, USB Inputs, Back-up camera, Keyless Entry/Start, 6000lb Towing Capacity, Cooled Seats, Heads up display, 360-degree camera, Blind Spot Monitoring, Lane Departure Warning, Mobile Internet, Pre-collision safety system, Upgraded Stereo
Engine/Mechanics: 8 cylinders
Transmission: AUTOMATIC
Fuel Types: premium unleaded (required)
Drivetrains: all wheel drive
